Crude oil holds near $102/bbl as West Asia tensions continue; Brent down 1%, US stocks end higher

Crude oil prices were holding around $102 per bbl after witnessing a minor correction and supply pressure during Tuesday’s market session. This comes as investors are conflicted amid Israel’s move to take out the Iranian security chief, Ali Larijani and Trump's comments on the conflict potentially ending in the very near term. Here's what you should know.

Mar 18, 2026 - 07:00
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Crude oil holds near $102/bbl as West Asia tensions continue; Brent down 1%, US stocks end higher
Crude oil prices were holding around $102 per bbl after witnessing a minor correction and supply pressure during Tuesday’s market session. This comes as investors are conflicted amid Israel’s move to take out the Iranian security chief, Ali Larijani and Trump's comments on the conflict potentially ending in the very near term. Here's what you should know.

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